Colorado Matters

Sharletta Evans and David Works both lost children to guns, but not in highly-publicized mass shootings. Then, KOA is developing the campground of the future. Next, how “American Elegy” was born out of Columbine. Also, the military continues to ban marijuana. Then, Grand Junction tries to reel in the BLM headquarters. Finally, the Flobots perform.

This week’s shooting threat, and the Columbine anniversary, can cause mental health problems. Then, how parents talked to their kids about the news. And, how the Florida teen bought a gun. Also, dark fascination with visiting Columbine. Plus, Denver’s youth poet laureate has a new play. And, the black hole photo. Finally, a robot battle in the sand dunes.

Before the 18-year-old woman who posed a “credible threat” to Denver schools was found dead, CPR’s Nathaniel Minor, Arapahoe DA George Brauchler and Safe2Tell founder Susan Payne discussed the case. Then, CU system presidential candidate Mark Kennedy speaks out. Next, the people behind Denver’s Initiative 301 . Finally, repatriating art stolen by the Nazis.

Denver author Mark Obmascik explores a little-known WWII battle in “The Storm on Our Shores.” Then, a Coloradan remembers Notre Dame. Next, former employees say Anadarko has a culture of male “sexual gratification” and bullying. Also, state workers want the right to unionize. Then, how to improve the air conditioner. Finally, Holocaust survivors sing.

Bill Clinton led the nation in mourning after Columbine. Now he reflects on how that role has continued to change. Then, as Safe2Tell’s founder Susan Payne moves on, reflecting on the program’s successes. Next, to get new teachers interested in rural schools, some areas are trying field trips. Finally, a WWII trunk connects families and generations.

Virtual reality is allowing caregivers of people with dementia to understand the disease’s brutal effects. Then, parents of students with dyslexia are concerned a new bill falls short. Next, the results of an astronaut twin study. Also, this new play only has one actor and one audience member. Finally, an encore of our chat with local musician Chris Daniels.

When Columbine survivor Heather Martin created the Rebels Project, she connected with dozens of other shooting survivors. Then, the new head of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission talks the state’s changing laws. Next, how one company gets fresh seafood to landlocked Colorado. Finally, a Colorado author explores inequality in short stories.

As the vaccination debate heats up again among Colorado parents and lawmakers, here’s the history of immunization in the state. Then, meet the sides fighting over Initiative 300, which would undo Denver’s camping ban. Next, another voice from the medical aid in dying community. Also, an update on the paid leave bill. Finally, using science to create songs.